Carrot, Chicken & Barley Soup
This hearty chicken and barley soup is a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for a cozy evening. The combination of tender chicken, barley, and a variety of vegetables in a flavorful broth will warm you up from the inside out. Easy to make and satisfying to enjoy, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your household.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 15ml/1tbsp vegetable oil
- 450g/1lb carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 leek, cleaned and sliced
- 1.2lt/2 pt chicken stock
- 75g/3oz pearl barley
- 175g/6oz cooked chicken, broken into bite sized chunks
- 175g/6oz cooked potatoes, chopped
- 100g/4oz cooked vegetables such as peas, broccoli, or green beans
Instructions
- 1. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the carrots and leek, then saute over a medium heat for 4 mins. Add the stock, pearl barley, chicken and potatoes and season well.
- 2. Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 20-25 mins or until the pearl barley and carrots are tender. Stir in the cooked vegetables, return to the boil and simmer for 1 min. Stir in the parsley and season to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Yield
Serves 6
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